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BALLARD NW SENIOR CENTER Ballard Northwest Senior Center, a community partner of Sound Generations.

Holiday Feast with Santa

Holiday Party with Live Music

New Year’s Eve Party

WE THREE KINGS: THE IRISH TENORS HOLIDAY CONCERT Tuesday, December 18th, 7:30pm

The world famous Irish Tenors are presenting their magnificent

Holiday Concert at Benaroya Hall on Tuesday, December 18th at

7:30pm. This amazing Holiday Concert is a treasure for all ages.

They will touch your heart and stir your emotions with Irish music

and the wonderful, best loved music of the season. Ronan Tynan,

Anthony Kearns and Finbar Wright are the Irish Tenors. They are

individually brilliant tenors and together they are magical. A great

treat for yourself and a special holiday gift for family and friends.

Ticket prices range from $50 to $150. Tickets can only be

purchased through Benaroya Hall ticket office:

- Online at BENAROYAHALL.ORG

- By Phone 206. 215.4747

- In-Person at the Benaroya Hall ticket office

located on the corner of 3rd Ave. and Union St.

Purchase VIP Tickets ($150) and enjoy prime reserved

seating and meet The Irish Tenors in person at the VIP only

post-concert reception.

Happy Holidays to each of you! However you celebrate, I wish you much joy, wonderful times with family and friends, peace and happiness. Enjoy your traditions and the sights and sounds of the seasons. This time of year I always like to spend a little time looking through my book “Christmas Joys” by H. Jackson Brown Jr. There are always a few gems for everyone celebrating their particular holidays to keep in mind to make it a lovely holiday for all. “Throughout the holiday season, give your family the gift of sweet disposition”. “Let go of problem you can’t solve, enjoy the season”. “Amidst the hustle and bustle, the stress and the strain, take time to be good to yourself”. “Remember that the loving holiday spirit in your home

depends more on the words you speak than the gifts you give”. One more thing about the holidays, for most of us they are highly anticipated and are one of the best times of the year, however for some they may not be happy times. Remember to give people a friendly “Hi”, a little more of your time and remember the importance of that smile. It can make a person’s day and be good for you too. I was watching the morning news on our Veterans Day and they were talking about the positive benefits of being kind. It’s also good for your health, lowers stress, blood pressure and makes both the giver and the receiver of a kindness happier and healthier. So, this is really the season to be kind and helpful.

December is such a busy time at our center. I hope you will join us for our many activities. Some highlights include our Santa Breakfast on Saturday, December 8th. The holiday party with great entertainment on Friday, December 14th at 12:30pm after lunch. Reading with Adams kids is back, Tuesday, December 11th from 11:00am to noon. Our community dining holiday feast with Chef Lori’s tasty offerings is on Monday, December 17th complete with Santa. On Tuesday, December 18th is our fantastic “We Three Kings” Holiday concert at Benaroya Hall featuring the Irish Tenors. A perfect holiday event for you and/or gift for family and friends to share together. Seahawks Friday with Steve Rabile is Friday, December 21st at noon. Our New Year’s celebration is on Monday, December 31st after lunch at 12:30pm. Ring in the New Year with Center friends.

2018 has been has been a really good year at the Center. Thanks for making it so. We have provided lots of programs and activities to keep us in the best possible shape. Our speakers have been outstanding in educating us on a variety of topics and showing us exciting places in the world. We have expanded services, done lots of planning for 2019 with our King County grant. We have upgraded and refreshed our aging equipment. Our fundraisers have been profitable and we are looking forward to equally good ones in 2019.

Again please be a part of a great December at your Center. Join us for all our offerings. Have a wonderful Holiday and remember to smile and be of good cheer.

Happy Holidays!

Love,

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Newsletter Published by: Ballard NW Senior Center

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VISIT US

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President: Jan Loder Treasurer: Rutha Thomas Secretary: Henry Grenley

Members At Large: Claire Anderson Kathleen Baca

Annie Davis Rusty Forster

Carolyn Golesch Alan Hovland

Susan Schneider Paul Sivesind Mary Webster

VOLUNTEER CHAIRS

Auction: Al Hovland Bookstore: Mary Webster

Building &Grounds: Stephen Sill Attendance: Tamar Pearsall

Rummage: Carlene Canady-Wold Jewelry: Ramona Owen

Holiday BakeSale: Jan McManus Office: Kathy Andeway

CENTER STAFF

Executive Director Carlye Teel CarlyeT@SoundGenerations.org

Program Coordinator Kristina KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org

Social Worker Carleen CarleenY@SoundGenerations.org

Community Dining Chef Lori LoriG@SoundGenerations.org

Office Assistant Debby DebbyC@soundgenerations.org

Admin. Assistant Larry LarryH@soundgenerations.org

COFFEE WITH CARLYE

Some of my very favorite times are at Coffee with Carlye. I get to

hear good ideas or concerns, provide Center updates and spend

time with you. Join us for coffee and a cookie. Thursday, January

17th at 11:00am in the craft room for conversation. Look forward to

seeing you then, but remember I’m available most times. Call for

an appointment, stop by the office or give me a call. Always

delighted to hear from you.

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The Holiday Bazaar continues at the Center until December 21st.

The perfect gift awaits for all on your holiday list. Whether it’s a

decorated tree or wreath, gifts for all, treasures from the past, or a

wonderful looking find, it’s here. Handmade items, special new gifts

or a treasure antique you might find here. See you shopping at the

Center in December.

RSVP to Donate or Volunteer: - BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 - IN PERSON at 2nd Floor Reception

EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS

Happy Hour dinner and Wednesday night activities. Share Wednesday nights with Center friends. Happy Hour starts at 4:30pm, Chef Lori’s dinner for $7.00 is at 5pm. After dinner, play Bingo at 6:30pm, see a movie at 6:00pm, utilize the computer lab on the 2nd Wednesday, learn and play Rummicube. Special times, join us!

HOLIDAY RAFFLE Are you the “Big Winner?” Extra cash for the Holidays is always welcome. That will be great! Raffle tickets are $2.00 each or a batch of 10 for $20.00. Thanks for your support by buying, selling, asking others to sell for us and promoting our services.

1st Prize: $200.00 Cash 2nd Prize:$150.00 Cash 3rd Prize: $100.00 Cash 4th Prize: $50.00 Cash 5th Prize: Gift Basket (Value $25.00)

Drawing at lunch on Friday December 14th, 2018 at the Ballard NW Senior Center. Good Luck!

Saturday, December 8th from 9:00am to noon, come and enjoy a delicious breakfast of eggs, pancakes, ham or bacon, orange juice, coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Santa will be with us to start your holiday season. Children’s books, holiday offerings and great gift books will be for sale for your gift buying opportunity. Please sign up but all are welcome to drop in. RSVP for each of these Lunches: BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 or IN PERSON at 2nd Floor Desk

HOLIDAY EVENTS We look forward to celebrating the holidays with you. However you celebrate your holidays, we honor your holiday. Please join us for the centers celebrations. Let us know how we can honor your holiday. The center’s wonderful Holiday Party is on Friday, December

14th at 12.30pm with live entertainment, games, prizes, and refreshments.

The Holiday Feast is on December 17th at 12:00pm. A fabulous holiday lunch from Chef Lori and crew. Celebrate the holidays with center friends. Santa arrives and there is a gift for all.

The New Year’s Eve Party is on December 31st at 12.30pm. Join us for entertainment, champagne, sparkling cider, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, noise makers, confetti and a toast to 2019 and all we will accomplish.

RSVP for each of these Lunches: - BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 - IN PERSON at 2nd Floor Reception

S E A H A W K S F R I D A Y W I T H S T E V E R A I B L E Friday, December 21st is our annual Seahawks celebration with their 12 days of giving. We love Steve Raible, the voice of the Seahawks, and Channel 7 News Anchor. Steve Raible headlines this event and we are the only Center to have Steve. Let’s fill the room and celebrate the “Hawks”. The “Hawks” are having an “interesting” year so come hear Steve’s inside scoop. Plus, Wilson the pony might arrive with a Sea Gal or a mascot, who knows! Sign up for our football themed event. Sponsored by “Answers for Elders” Suzanne Newman. RSVP for Lunch: - BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 - IN PERSON at 2nd Floor Reception

WEDNESDAY NIGHT

SANTA BREAKFAST

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

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EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS

HUGE RUMMAGE SALE & BOOKS TOO! Friday, February 8th, 9:00am-4:00pm Saturday, February 9th, 9:00am-3:00pm

We are currently accepting donations for 2019 Rummage Sales. Drop off items of lightly used or new clothing, tools, toys, games, decorations, kitchen items, accessories, and more Monday thru Friday. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up early to help.

NIFTY THRIFTY BOOKSTORE Nifty Thrifty Bookstore Chair: Mary Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Additional Wednesday Time 4:30-8:00pm Our bookstore has a wonderful variety of books for your reading pleasure. Thanks to Mary and helpers for all their work to make this a great place to get music, a book, a movie, or a magazine.

$PRING FOR $ENIORS 2019 AUCTION

Wow! Our fabulous and biggest fundraiser of the year is right

around the corner. Plans are underway to make this the biggest

and best ever and that’s saying something. Our goal is to raise

$80,000. We need your help and support. The date has changed

because Leif Ericsson double booked the date. So now, listen up

and mark your calendars for Sunday, April 7th. Now it’s time for all

of us to start thinking about what we, our families, the businesses

and merchants we frequent how they can help us to make this a

spectacular event and most successful in our history. Forms are

available, start to think who you can invite or request an item from,

and what you can donate. An item, a service, a gift certificate, a

vacation condo, cash to help us put perfect packages together?

Use your imagination and help make this spectacular. Thank you!

RSVP to Donate, Volunteer, or Attend

- BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 ask for Kristina

- BY EMAIL at KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org

ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

We were contacted by our King County Councilwoman Jeanne Kohl

Welles’ office about participating in a county oral history project.

There was a presentation on November 27th about the World’s Fair

time, how the Center was built, the fair itself, the memories derived

from this project and the times in the late 50’s and early 60’s. If you

have memories, you might like to share for possible inclusion in this

presentation that will be filmed in December. Please let the Center

receptionist know and you will have a chance to be a part of this

significant project. For more information, talk to Carlye, Kristina,

Debby or Larry.

MEN’S BREAKFAST Group Leader Al Friday, January 25th, 9:00am-10:00am $3 Friday, February 22nd, 9:00am-10:00am $3 Friday, March 22nd, 9:00am-10:00am (one week ahead) $3 The guys are having a great time on the last Friday of each month. A delicious breakfast awaits, conversation flows and a speaker provides interesting information and answers questions. RSVP for Breakfast: - BY PHONE at 206.297.0403 - IN PERSON at 2nd Floor Reception

Baskets for making themed baskets Bottles of wine ($15+ quality brands) Bottles of hard liquor Items for Spa Baskets Items for Italian Baskets Chocolates (unopened, in packaging) Items for Easter Baskets New gardening items for Spring Basket Wine themed items Gift Certificates to restaurants Gift Cards to shops Certificate for an experience Game/Play tickets New toys for a Kids Basket … more ideas listed on the center flyer boards.

There are many needs that the Center is unable to afford without volunteers and donations. We welcome your donation and your help! Thank you! Please bring your items by the office. You can also contact KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org

AUCTION WISH LIST

READING PROGRAM Tuesday, December 11th, 11:00am-12:00noon Learning to read is one of the most important skills children can learn. Join us on the 2nd Tuesday in December for a Reading Hour. Adams Elementary School kids will be joining us to read their favorite books. We hope to have 10-24 adults volunteer, so please email KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org if you can participate.

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THANK YOU ALL This has been a very busy and amazing year. Thanks for all your support. Our auction was great, as have been our rummage sales, and other special events. We have added many new programs, increased services, and served more people than ever before. We are known as the “friendly center where all are welcomed and appreciated’’, a center where “friends meet friends”. We look forward to 2019 and all that it promises. YEAR END APPEAL WE NEED YOUR HELP! This Center is so important in the lives of thousands each year. We must raise about 80% of our budget each year here at the Center through fundraisers, grants, dues, class fees donations and on it goes. So, each November we send out our year end appeals to request your donations. These are usually tax deductible to you, but check with your financial advisor. Our goal is $20,000 by Monday, December 31st 2018 to meet our programming needs. We are grateful for your and the communities support of our mission, programs and services. We hope you will be as generous as your situation allows. FOOT CARE + NURSE CLINIC Nurse Keith is at the Center every Tuesday from 12:30pm to 4:30 pm to provide foot care. On the 2nd Tuesday of every month starting January 8th, he will perform wellness checks, checking blood pressure and glucose levels from 12:30pm till 2:00pm (glucose levels will be performed for people with their own glucose monitors). Please bring your glucose monitor and test strips for this service. He will provide foot care from 2:00pm till 4:30pm on the 2nd Tuesday.

ANNOUNCEMENTS DUES Dues are a great deal for members and a significant revenue source for the Center. Dues for 2019 are $50.00. Members pay less for many services such as foot care, most classes and trips. There is a member only luncheon in the fall. We treasure our

members. Members new and renewing this month receive coupons for free or reduced prices for seasonal Center activities in 2019. Those who choose to wait until January and beyond don’t receive the coupons. Dues are payable in full or two payments of $25.00 or four payments of $12.50. We appreciate the support of members. We have some participants that can’t afford membership. Some generous people, when renewing their membership, buy one or two additional that the staff can give to those that request an exemption. We can only do that if others donate to this program. Memberships are also great gifts to give to your friend that has everything or your family may want to give this as a wonderful Holiday gift.

KING COUNTRY FUNDING UPDATE We are so grateful to the voters of King Country who voted to provide funding to improve services to underserved populations and provide for capitol needs. We are moving forward in many areas. We have a new phone system, computers, a defibrillator, and printer and more items for the Center have been ordered. We are translating newsletters and flyers into additional languages, increased social work services, hired a part time admin assistant and more. We will keep you posted as we move forward.

BE HEALTHY THIS FALL The holidays are coming and with all the wonderful family times, parties, hustle and bustle of the season it is easy to not pay much attention to our good health. But it need not be that way. Come exercise at the center and take advantage of all our healthy choices. See our Bastyr doctors, get your teeth cleaned, try acupuncture and massage, join meditation, do Foot Care, and participate in drumming or wisdom circle. Join the walking group or do the daily balance class. We have it all here for your pleasure and good health. Don’t sit at home in front of the TV. Come to the center and be active.

FALL RUMMAGE SALE We had a wonderful October Rummage sale bringing in almost $4,000.00. Our sales are legendary and highly anticipated by the community. Our February sale will be here before we know it. So as you are doing your late fall holiday or winter clean up please remember your center and pack a bag or two to donate to us. We can make pickups in Ballard. Get rid of your don’t needs and let someone else find their treasures. Thank you!

CLOSED

The Center will be closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday,

December 24th, 25th and 26th for our holiday break. We will be

closed on Tuesday, January 1st for New Year’s Day and on

Monday, January 21st to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day. Plan

ahead and enjoy these times with your family and friends.

GUESTSPEAKERS Join us in the Harmony Dining Hall for free informative presentations after lunch. Drop-ins welcome. ADVENTURE LUNCHES: ARCTIC CIRCLE with AUTHOR JANICE VAN CLEVE Wednesday, December 5th, 12:00pm (Lunch) 12:30pm (Talk) No one actually lives at the North Pole. Inuit people, who live in the nearby Arctic regions of Canada, Greenland, and Russia, have never made homes at the North Pole. The ice is constantly moving, making it nearly impossible to establish a permanent community. On December 5th enjoy traveling to the Arctic Circle with world traveler Janice Van Cleve. Janice has traveled all over the world and this presentation is our next stop. Don’t worry the Dining Hall will be nice and warm!

FOLLOW US ONLINE Website: BallardSeniorCenter.org Facebook: Ballard NW Senior Center Twitter: @BallardNWSC

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CENTER MEMBERS Karen Anderson Arjuna Barton Maria Bayer Mary Bell Betty Christensen Nancy Craig Linda Elton Mae Friedle Tod Gangler Barbara Gauch Norman Gunderson Ethel Hamilton Joanne Hansen Gary Hensrude Laurence Hilden Maria Rosa Howard Carol Jahn Chris Jensen Kenneth Kack Janice Kent Reese

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Rachel Levy Julia Marshall Doris Martin Carol Matt Shirley McCarter Jim McDermott Laura Robins Morris Phyllis Morse Nora Nehls Carol Olwell Linda Post Rosemary Reilly William Roach Hideko Sato Linda Scheiber Renee Sikorra Sage Skog Jim Thompson Eileen VanDoren Marilyn Webb Helen Winkler

LANGUAGE COUNCIL Do you speak or read in a language other than English? Basic to advanced skills are welcome to join the council. Last month two volunteers fluent in Chinese successfully worked with Program Coordinator Kristina to create a Center newsletter in Chinese, which is now available at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk and on our website BallardSeniorCenter.org. To join please email KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org.

Please register for these new programs at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk in person or by calling 206.297.0403.

PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Free Information on the 2017 and 2018 King County Property Tax Information and forms are available in the Harmony Dining Hall. Please stop by and read about how you or someone you know might save money on their property taxes. For questions please see our Social Worker Carleen

PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free Confused by the King County Property Tax Information? Want help filling out the forms or getting in touch with the King County Property Assessors Department or navigating their website? Make an appointment to see our Social Worker Carleen.

EMERGENCY PREP ASSISTANCE Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free Be prepared and know what to do. Everyone is different, make sure your emergency preparations match your needs and the needs of your family. Make an appointment to see our social worker to discuss tips, strategies, and get important information.

AVOIDING SCAMS & ID THEFT Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free Do you sometimes get mail or phone calls that don’t sound legit? Are you worried about protecting yourself from scams and identity theft? Make an appointment to see our social worker to ask questions and get information to help empower you.

RUMMBIKUB Group Leader Jenni fe r Jost 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 6:00pm - 8:00pm ……… Free Put your luck and problem-solving skills to the test with Rummikub! Combining elements from the classic games of Rummy, Dominoes, Mahjong, and Chess, Rummikub has been played on gaming tables around the world since the 1930s. Join us on December 12th at 6:00pm for this easy-to-learn, fun tile game.

IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINING By Appointment $50/class for 10 classes Chris Grekoff, Certified EnhanceFitness Instructor and personal fitness coach, provides in-home personal training for those who want to improve their fitness at home. To register with Chris email KristinaW@SoundGeneraitons.org or call 206.297.0403.

HONOR WALL—Celebrate your spouse, sibling, children, or best friend with an Honor Tile. The Honor Tile Wall in the Nifty Thrifty Bookstore is an inspiration to everyone who visits it. Each tile is $60. Contact Kristina to purchase a tile at 206-297-0403.

NEW PROGRAMS

BIRTHDAY LUNCH FREE Thursday, December 20th, 12:00pm Join us for a delicious lunch prepared by our Chef and the lunch crew and then celebrate your birthday or a friend’s birthday with fantastic birthday cake. Please attend if this month is your birthday, or come celebrate the invention of cake if it is not. Everyone is welcome! Sponsor: Brookdale Senior Living—Thank you!

NEIGHBOR TIES PROGRAM Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free This program provides companionship and support to older adults in the surrounding community through regular visits by a trained volunteer. He/she can visit in the home a minimum of twice a month, as well as offer phone support. Make an appointment with Social Worker to either become a Volunteer or request a Volunteer for Neighbor Ties Program.

Want to start a card group this autumn? Like to play chess, Mahjong, video games, D&D, or board games? Contact us!

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Sign up for trips at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk NEW Walking Guide: High (H), Medium (M), Low (L)

TULALIP CASINO TRIP (L) Driver Judy McBride $10 Members / $20 Non-Members Thursday, December 6th, 8:45am-4:30pm Tulalip casino offers great selections of games. Enjoy trying your luck, spending time with friends, and eating wonderful meals at the award winning restaurants. Max. 12 people.

THE CHEESEMONGER'S TABLE & SHOPPING IN DOWNTOWN EDMONDS (H) $10 Members / $20 Non-Members Friday, December 7th, 10:30am—4:00pm Begin your fun shopping experience at Cheesemonger’s for great food and fantastic cheeses then walk along the street where boutiques, bookstores galleries, and travel shops are neighbors. Bring additional money for lunch. THE SCARLET BELLES OF BALLARD—RED HEADS December 10th White Elephant Red Hat Christmas party. 12:00pm (Carpool) at Ray’s Boathouse December 20th Moback’s with lunch at Wedgewood Broiler. 9:30am (Van Leaves) $10 Members

DINNER AT OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT (L) $10 Members / $20 Non-Members Tues., December 11th, 4:30pm (Van Leaves) 5:15pm (Dinner) Olive Garden's menu features a variety of Italian specialties, including classic and filled pastas, chicken, seafood and beef. Enjoy freshly baked garlic breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or garden-fresh salad with any entree. Bring additional money (recommend $8 to $15 for lunch). Max. 12 people.

WILD LIGHTS AT WOODLAND PARK ZOO (H) $15 Members / $30 Non-Members Wednesday, December 12th, 6:00pm—8:00pm Seattle's wildest holiday lights festival returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family delights. Experience brand new wild and wonderful light displays that will be featured throughout the zoo including a holiday light spectacular at the zoo’s south entrance. Bring additional money for hot chocolate and snacks.

FALL PARTNER POTLUCK AND OPEN MIC NIGHT $3 Members / $6 Non-Members Monday, December 17th, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Seattle Rep and everyone in Public Works are thrilled to announce the next Potluck, which will also be an Open Mic Night. An opportunity to share what you have been artistically working on.

GROUP TRIPS & DINE OUTS

SEATTLE TINNITUS SUPPORT GROUP Leader Keith Field Meet monthly at Broadview Library Hello everyone! We will be having our monthly tinnitus support group meeting soon. Please pass this invite along to anyone who might be interested in attending. Contact Keith Field to join this wonderful group by emailing him at Keith_R_Field@msn.com.

SEATTLE REP’S “IN THE HEIGHTS” (L) $3 Members / $6 Non-Members Thursday, December 27th, 6:00pm (Van Leaves) 7:00pm (Play) “In the Heights” tells the universal story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Max. 5 people.

SEATTLE REP’S “IN THE HEIGHTS” (L) $3 Members / $6 Non-Members Friday, December 28th, 6:00pm (Van Leaves) 7:00pm (Play) It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams, and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind. Max. 12 people.

SEATTLE REP’S “IN THE HEIGHTS” (L) $3 Members / $6 Non-Members Saturday, December 29th, 12:30pm (Van Leaves) 1:30pm (Play) “The energy it gives off could light up the George Washington Bridge for a year or two.” –The New York Times. Winner of 4 Tony Awards, 2008: Best Musical, Best Original Score, Best Choreography, and Best Orchestrations. Max. 4 people. PEACOCK IN THE DESERT & SAFFRON GRILL Thursday, January 3rd, 9:30am—Pick up at Senior Center $14 Members / $28 Non-Members The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India! SAM presents five centuries of magnificent art that celebrates the rich artistic traditions of Marwar, Jodhpur. Among the 250 unique objects included are exquisite paintings, intricate furnishings, fine jewelry, and decorated arms and armor. Many are on display outside their palace setting for the very first time! Ballard Landmark’s excellent staff will pick up attendees at Ballard Landmark (9:00am) and Ballard NW Senior Center (9:30am) and travel to this special exhibit at SAM, afterwards lunch at the delicious Saffron Grill, specializes in Indian Mediterranean dishes and drinks. Partnership Trip with Ballard Landmark. DINE OUT TO THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY Tuesday, January 22nd, 4:30pm $5 Members / $10 Non-Members If you're in the mood for spaghetti and meatballs, Lynnwood's The Old Spaghetti Factory serves up an Italian experience in the heart of Lynnwood. This family-friendly chain eatery features traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor. Bring additional money for dinner and drinks.

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AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM $15 AARP Member / $20 Non. AARP Member Choose from: Wed. & Thurs., Feb. 27th & 28th, 9:00am-1:00pm Wed. & Thurs., March 27th & 28th, 9:00am-1:00pm Wed. & Thurs., April 24th & 25th, 9:00am-1:00pm Wed. & Thurs., May 29th & 30th, 9:00am-1:00pm

TRANSPORTATION GROUPS Join us as we explore, discuss, and learn from each other. All inquiring and open minds are welcome. Almost all of these groups are free and drop-ins are welcome.

ABLE: AGING BALLARD LESBIAN EXCHANGE Leader Ruth 2nd Sunday (Movie Outing by Carpool) Free 4th Thursday, 12:00pm (Lunch) $4 suggested donation 4th Thursday, 1:00pm (Meeting) Free Check Group Trips for A.B.L.E Potluck & Trips

BIBLE STUDY Leader Kim Mondays, 10:00am-11:00am Free

BOOK CLUB Leaders Rachel & Pat 1st Thursday, 1:00pm-2:00pm Free

CURRENT EVENTS GROUP Thursdays, 10:00am-11:00am Free

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE STORY Published Author Gail 2nd Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:30pm Free 4th Wednesday, 1:00pm-2:30pm Free This class is by appointment. Please RSVP.

MEMOIR WRITING Published Writer Claire Fridays, 1:30pm-2:30pm Free

MEN’S BREAKFAST CLUB Leader Al Hovland Friday, November 30th, 9:00am-10:00am Friday, January 25th, 9:00am-10:00am $3

THE PACIFIC NW POSTCARD CLUB 1st Sunday of the Month, 10:00am to 2:00pm Low Cost

RED HAT GROUP Red Hat Queen Judy 1st Monday, 12:00pm (Lunch) $4 suggested donation 1st Monday, 1:00pm (Meeting) Free Check Group Trips for Red Hat Happy Hour & Trips

SEATTLE PRIME TIMERS Leader Gregry 2nd Thursday, 2:00pm-4:00pm Free

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO Bingo Manager Genavon Wednesdays, 4:30pm (Happy Hour) Range: $1-$5 Wednesdays, 5:00pm (Dinner) $7 Wednesdays, 6:30pm (Bingo) $6.50 Buy-In

WISDOM CIRCLE Leader Paulette 3rd Thursday, 1:00pm-2:00pm Free

MOVIE GROUPS WEDNESDAY MOVIE GROUP Group Leader: Anna Location: Board Meeting Classroom $2 per Movie December 5th, 6:00pm Alpha In the prehistoric past, a young man struggles to return home after being separated from his tribe during a buffalo hunt. He finds a lost wolf and starts a friendship that would change humanity. December 12th, 6:00pm Juliet, Naked Juliet, Naked is the story of Annie (the long-suffering girlfriend of Duncan) and her unlikely transatlantic romance with once revered, now faded, singer-songwriter, Tucker Crowe, who also happens to be the subject of Duncan's musical obsession. December 19th, 6:00pm Christopher Robin A working-class family man, Christopher Robin, encounters his childhood friend Winnie-the-Pooh, who helps him to rediscover the joys of life. December 26th, 6:00pm CLOSED for the holidays

HOLLYWOOD MATINEE Group Leaders: Corine & Rudi Location: Harmony Dining Hall $1 per Movie Thurs., December 6th, 1:00pm Classic Movies Thurs., December 13th, 1:00pm Classic Movies Thurs., December 20th1:00pm Classic Movie Thurs., December 27th, 1:00pm Paris Theater This movie is in French with English subtitles.

Connect with others through language and music. Learning lan-guages and music has proven to improve your memory and coordi-nation, reduce stress, and it’s fun.

Beginning French Thursdays, 9:30am-10:30am Conversational French Thursdays, 10:30am-11:00am Intermediate French Thursdays, 11:00am-1212:00pm Paris Theater 4th Thursday, 1:30pm-3:30pm ESL Study with Henry Wednesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm

LANGUAGE

MUSIC HEALING DRUM CIRCLE Instructor Judy Wednesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm $5 Members / $10 Non-Members

MARKET STREET SINGERS Instructor & Leader Chris Tuesdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm (Singing 7pm) Free

MUSICAL THEATER & PERFORMANCE Seattle Rep. Theatre Wednesdays, 1:00pm-2:00pm Free Check Trips for Theater Trips & Outings

BARTELL DRUGS When purchasing items at Bartell’s tell the cashier you would like to support Ballard NW Senior Center to have them donate to us.

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These programs are available by appointment. Please register at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk or by calling 206.297.0403.

FINANCIAL

AARP TAXAIDE Volunteers of AARP By Appointment (February - April) Free

FINANCIAL SERVICES Kyle Bernethy 1st Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm Free

PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Free

PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free

AVOIDING SCAMS & ID THEFT Social Worker Carleen By Appointment Free

LEGAL & MEDICAL

LEGAL CONSULTATIONS Ruth Emily Vogel 2nd Thursday, 10:00am-12:00pm Free & Low Cost

SENIOR RIGHTS & MEDICARE Jerry Keating 3rd Wednesdays, 9:00am-12:00pm Free

VFW: VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS Gail Engler Call Harold at the Ballard VFW 206.782.8618. Free

HOME

MINOR HOME REPAIR Provided by Sound Generations Monday—Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Low Cost

JOB BANK & RESOURCES Program Coordinator Kristina Mondays, 2:00pm-4:00pm (By Appointment) Free Referrals

ELDERCARE LOCATOR US Health & Human Services Dept. Call 1.800.667.1116 for this service. Free

PNA VILLAGES Phinney Neighborhood Association Call 206.789.1217 for this service. Free

PATHWAYS INFO. & ASSISTANCE Sound Generations

Call 206.448.3110 for this service. Free

TECHNOLOGY

O P E N C O M P U T E R L A B S C H E D U L E :

B&W Copying: 15¢ per page Local Faxes: 15¢ per page WI-FI: available for free throughout our whole building.

TECH TABLE AT LUNCH Program Coordinator Kristina 1st Tuesday, 12:00pm-12:30pm Free

PERSONAL TECH LESSONS Instructor Alex Deadmond By Appointment $40 Members / $80 Non-Members

FACEBOOK BASICS CLASS Instructor Meghan Waiss By Appointment $30 for one class / $45 for two classes

ADVICE & SUPPORT These programs are available by appointment. Please register at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk or by calling 206.297.0403.

SOCIAL WORKER CARLEEN Mondays, Thursdays, Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm Free This is an invitation to make an appointment with me. I would Like to get to know each and every one of you. I am an excellent listener. As a Social Worker I can help in many ways so come for a visit. Stop by 2nd floor Reception Desk to make an appointment.

ART THERAPY GROUP Mondays, 1:00pm – 2:45pm Free Come to the Social Services Office to make art with other Center participants. No art experience necessary and lots of good supplies and conversation.

ART THERAPY INDIVIDUAL Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:00am – 4:00pm Free Stop by 2nd floor Reception Desk to make an appointment. Give yourself a break to explore your creative side. No art experience necessary.

NEGOTIATING CHANGE SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Thursday of the Month, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Free Ready or not, we all go through numerous changes in our lives. We as older adults are trying to deal with changes happening around us. There can be changes in health; change of living environment; loss of family members, friends, and pets, etc. Come to the Social Services Office to talk about your concerns and be supported by other individuals.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 4th Thursday of the Month, 1:00pm – 2:30pm Free Are you a caregiver? A caregiver is any adult caring for a family member or friend who is a senior or an adult with a disability. One of the greatest challenges of being a caregiver is maintaining one’s own physical and emotional health. Come to the Social Services Office to discuss issues, share solutions and acquire the support you need as a caregiver.

CREATIVE TIME GROUP Fridays, 10:00am – 12:00am Free Bring any special project you want to work on in the company of other individuals. Examples are beadwork, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, other fiber work, paper arts, etc. This opportunity will allow you to share ideas, demonstrate your craft, and exchange materials if you wish. Come to the Social Services Office and enjoy a creative time together!

SOCIAL WORK

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

8:30am— 4:30pm

8:30am—12:30pm

8:30am—8:00pm

8:30am—4:30pm

1:00pm—4:30pm

COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE

BALLARD URBAN REST STOP Monday-Friday: 6:30AM-10:30am (recommended time) Free Monday-Friday 11:30AM-2:30pm Free Located on 2014 NW 57th Street in Ballard.

BRIDGE CARE CENTER Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am-2:00pm Free Located on 5710 22nd Ave NW in Ballard.

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These programs are available by appointment. Please register at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk or by calling 206.297.0403. COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncturist Jon Tuesdays, 9:00am-10:00am $10 Members / $20 Non-Member Fridays, 9:00am-10:00am $10 Members / $20 Non-Member

TABLE ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncturist Jon Tuesdays, 10:00am-1:00pm $20 Members / $40 Non-Member Fridays, 10:00am-1:00pm $20 Members / $40 Non-Member

BASTYR CLINIC Bastyr University Tuesdays, 1:30pm-4:30pm Dr. Carvlin Free Fridays, 9:00am-12:00pm Dr. Petke Free

DENTAL HYGIENE Healthy Pearls, Dental Hygienist Jan Select Fridays, By Appointment Low Cost

FOOT CARE Nurse Keith (until Nurse Carolyn returns) Tuesdays, 10:00am-4:00pm $20 Member / $40 Non-Member

HEALING DRUM CIRCLE Instructor Judy Wednesdays, 11:00am-12:00pm $3 Members / $6 Non-Members

IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINING By Appointment $50/class for 10 classes Chris Grekoff, certified Enhance Fitness instructor and personal fitness coach, provides in-home personal training for those who want to improve their fitness at home. To register with Chris email KristinaW@SoundGeneraitons.org or call 206.297.0403.

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 2nd Monday, 10:30am-12:00pm Free

MASSAGE Massage Therapist Tom Tuesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm $8 Members / $16 Non-Members Wednesdays, 12:00pm-2:00pm $8 Members / $16 Non-Members

MEDITATION WORKSHOP Facilitator: Lee & George Wednesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm Free

MOBILITY AIDES Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm Free Need to borrow a cane or walker for a few days, months, or longer? We have a selection of donated canes and folding walkers available for free. Occasionally we get seated walkers and wheelchairs. We do not have bathroom aides, for those see Minor Home Repair in the Assistance Section.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

These programs welcome drop-in participants. Please register at the 2nd Floor Reception Desk or by calling 206.297.0403. BALANCE EXERCISES Group Leader Mary Monday—Friday, 11:00am-11:30am Free

CHAIR YOGA Instructor Leo Tuesdays, 1:00pm-1:45pm $5 Member / $10 Non-Member Thursdays, 1:00pm-1:45pm $5 Member / $10 Non-Member

ENHANCE FITNESS Instructors Kajsa, Garriel, Frank, & Chris 8:40am Class: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays $25 per Month 9:45am Class: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays $25 per Month 10:50am Class: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays $25 per Month 3:30pm Class: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays $25 per Month

GENTLE YOGA Instructor Leo Tuesdays, 9:30am-10:45am $5 Member / $10 Non-Member Thursdays, 9:30am-10:45am $5 Member / $10 Non-Member

HULA DANCE LESSONS Professional Dancer Marissa Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:00pm $5 Members / $10 Non-Member

PING PONG Group Leader Bob Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 1:00pm-3:00pm Free Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:00pm-4:00pm Free

SHALLOW WATER FITNESS Community Partner Ballard Pool Mondays, Wed., Fri. 11:15am-11:55am $4 Senior / $6 Adults Dive into fitness with water aerobics! Call 206.297.0403 to register.

YOGA FOR ACTIVE SENIORS Certified Yoga Instructor Judy Thursdays, 12:00pm-1:00pm $5 Member / $10 Non-Member

ZUMBA Instructor Paulette Thursdays, 11:00am-12:00pm $5 Member / $10 Non-Member

WALKING Group Leader Kristina Thursdays, 10:30am-11:00am Free

FITNESS

Study and practice basic to advanced techniques in our Arts & Crafts classes and groups. You can join any of these programs at any time. Some materials and tools available for use.

ART OF COLLAGE Artist Laurette Wednesdays, 9:00am-10:00am $10 Member / $20 Non-Member

ACRYLICS CLASS Artist Joanne Wednesdays, 1:00pm-4:00pm $10 Member / $20 Non-Member

BEAD WORKS GROUP Crafters Gail, Sheri, and Sue Mondays, 1:00pm-3:00pm Free

KNITTING & CROCHET GROUP Knitter Gail 2nd Wednesday, 2:30pm-4:30pm Free 4th Wednesday, 2:30pm-4:30pm Free

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Photographers Boon & Paul Wednesdays, 2:00pm-5:00pm Free \

WATERCOLOR Artist Susan Tuesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm $15 Member / $18 Non-Member

ARTS & CRAFTS

Does someone you know need a space for a party

or group? Call 206.297.0403

The Center is available for rent for groups and classes on week nights and weekends. (When programing isn’t going on and the rooms are available.) Cost is determined by room and number of people and number of hours. We have great spaces that will meet many rental needs. We don’t rent on holidays or when the center is in session or has an event.

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MORNING CAFÉ Monday-Friday, 9:00am-11:00am Coffee, Hot Chocolate $0.50 Pastry, Donut, or Muffin $1.00

MEAL PROGRAMS WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

ADVENTURE LUNCHES Dream about traveling to an interesting or faraway place? Join us for our Adventure Lunches and presentations. Taste and enjoy the food from that region and then learn about the area from those that have traveled there. This a way to learn about different foods, cultures, ways of life. Great countries to learn about & food to taste. Wednesday, December 5th, 12:00pm Arctic Circle

Coming soon in 2019! January - Bavaria, Germany – Munich and the Castles February - France – The Joan of Arc Tour

FOOD PICK UP Thursdays, 9:00am-12:00pm Provided by Ballard Food Bank, Tall Grass Bakery, and Family Donut Shop in Edmonds.

WEEKDAY LUNCHES Monday-Friday, 12:00pm-12:30pm Wow! Chef Lori is wowing all the lunch crowd. The food is delicious, the presentation is beautiful, and the lunch crew is friendly and helpful. So come bring friends and enjoy our fantastic lunches. It is important to be with people and joining us for lunch is a super way to eat healthy and be part of a community. Suggested Donation: $4 for 60 and up. Fee: $10 for those under.

Wednesday Night Dinners - $7 Come be a part of wonderful fall Wednesday Night Activities. Chef Lori’s dinners are awesome and served by Kristen, Donna, Nick, Kathy, and other wonderful volunteers. Follow these awesome 5:00pm dinners and 4:30pm Happy Hour with Bingo, Hula, Movies, time in the Computer Lab, or by playing Rummbikub. A special night out with Center friends new and old. Come join the Wednesday Crew! December 5th, 6:00pm Baked Chicken Macaroni and Cheese December 12th, 6:00pm Lasagna December 19th, 6:00pm Meat Loaf Mashed Potatoes December 26th, 6:00pm CLOSED

8:30am-9:00pm Nifty Thrifty Bookstore 8 30am-8:00pm Computer Lab Open 6:00pm-7:00pm Hula Dance Lessons 6:00pm-8:00pm Rummbikub Game Group (Only 2nd Wed.) 6:00pm-9:00pm New Release Movie Group 6:30pm-9:00pm Wednesday Night Bingo

HAPPY HOUR at the CENTER Wednesdays, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Cost: $3 White Wine / Red Wine / Beer $5 Mixed Drinks: Gin & Tonic / Rum & Coke / Lemon Drop $1 Soda / Bottled Water / Ice Cold Orange Juice After a long day with the grandkids don’t you need a nice cold drink? Or perhaps after working hard all day at work? Or maybe after a big day at the center full of classes and volunteering, you want to relax. Stop in for Happy Hour and order a drink of your choice. Happy Hour Guests are welcome to stay for dinner or ask for our Happy Hour Menu: Mixed Nuts with each drink ordered, Mini Corndogs ($2), Baked Pretzels ($2).

TO GO LUNCHES M o n d a y - F r i d a y , 1 2 : 3 0 p m If there is extra food, you can request a To-Go Lunch to have later. Please remember to sign up again if you take a second lunch. The Center gets reimbursed on lunches served so if you don’t sign for the second portion, we don’t get reimbursed. Thanks. Suggested Donation: $4 for 60 and up. Fee: $10 for those under 60. Subject to availability.

MEALS ON WHEELS Call 206.448.5767 Monday-Friday, provided by Sound Generations.

MUSICIANS & SINGERS Program Coordinator Kristina We are currently looking for additional volunteer musicians and singers. Contact KristinaW@SoundGenerations.org

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TOWN & COUNTRY BALLARD MARKET Your receipts from shopping at Ballard Market benefit us. We receive 1% of the money spent. Every receipt helps! Drop off your receipts with the first floor Reception.

Enjoy playing cards and games with new and old friends weekly. Puzzle Table Monday—Fridays, All Day Chicago Bridge - $1 Mondays, 12:30pm-4:30pm Cribbage - Free Tuesdays, 9:30am-11:30am Pinochle - $1 Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 8:30am-12:00pm Bingo - $6.50 buy-in Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm Games Group - Free Fridays, 12:30pm-4:30pm Rubber Bridge - $1 Mondays, 12:30pm-4:30pm Rainbow Bingo - $15 Friday, October 5th, 6:00pm-9:00pm Rummbikub 2nd Wednesdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm Scrabble Mondays, 1:00pm-2:30pm

CARD & GAME GROUPS

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

HOT LUNCH MENU Served Monday-Friday, 12:00pm

Any purchase can benefit the center!

3 Chicken Stroganoff

with mushrooms

Green Beans, Rolls

Fruit and Ice Cream

4 Cubano Sandwich

Sweet potato fries

Green salad

Chocolate pudding

w/bananas

5 Baked Cod

Roasted Potatoes

Vegetable

Ice Cream

6 Chicken pot pie

Green salad

Biscuits, fruit crisp

7 Sausages w/sautéed

veggies, rice pilaf

Garlic bread

Peach cake

10 Baked ziti

Antipasti salad

Bread sticks

Ice cream/fruit

11 Meat loaf

Mashed potatoes

Mixed veggies

Bread pudding with ap-

ples and pears

12 Baked Chicken

Broccoli cheese rice

Green salad

Jello and fruit

13 Oven BBQ Chick

Buttered noodles

Mixed veggies

Cookies and fruit

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French Dips

Tater tots

Carrot salad

Fruit and Yogurt

17 Baked ham

Potatoes Au Gratin

Green beans and cauliflow-

er rolls

Cranberry cake

18 Egg salad

sandwiches

Soup and salad

Cookies/fruit

19 Veggie lasagna

Salad

Garlic bread

Apple sauce cake

20 Birthday Lunch

Baked chicken

Roasted butternut squash,

salad, biscuits

Birthday cake

21 Seahawks Day

Burgers/dogs

Veggie Chili

Slaw, chips, Ice cream

w/peaches

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Closed

for the holidays

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Closed

for the holidays

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Closed

for the holidays

27 ABLE

Spaghetti w/meat sauce

Caesar salad

Parmesan biscuits

Fruit/yogurt

28 Men’s Breakfast

Creole chicken

Red beans & rice

Mix veg, angel food

cake and fruit

31 New Years Eve

Panko baked chicken

Roasted potatoes

Sautéed zucchini

Ice cream w/peaches

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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December 3 Arctic Lunch 5

Raffle Drawing

Ballard NW Senior Center Program

Schedule

5429 32nd Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107

Note: Start Times are approximate due to space. See rest of newsletter for exact times.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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Policies and Procedures

PARKING A parking map is located at each reception desk. Please use the south and east center parking lots for short term parking and drop offs. When parking in front of the center do NOT block the sidewalk to the east of the courtyard, that is illegal. For all day parking please utilize street parking to the north of the center or paid parking at the Ballard Locks. When parking in the south parking lot, please do NOT park in front of the Center Van or the Dumpster. It costs us money and staff time every time a driver does this and it can stop garbage pickups and delay Center trips.

CENTER PHONES Please use your cell phones for your personal calls. The Center’s phones must be kept open for business calls. Too often our phones are being tied up by participants using them for their own personal calls. Our wonderful Senior Center is still a business and the phones are for business use. Thank you!

NOT A MARKETPLACE Our instructors are strictly prohibited from selling any products or services at the Center and will only give general information about the subjects they cover, not their business. Business cards may not be passed out, but you may ask for a card. Please report violations.

RENTALS Having an event, meeting, class, workshop, or get together? The Center has meeting spaces available. Rooms, including the kitchen, may be rented by the hour, after hours, and on the weekends. Rates are $15-$50 depending on room size. See Kristina for details and scheduling. Check out our website for rentals at www.BallardSeniorCenter.org

CREDIT CARDS Sometimes it may be easier to pay for a class, dues, trips, or special events by credit card/debit rather than cash or check. Transactions must be above $10. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card. We do NOT accept American Express.

PETS & SERVICE ANIMALS Other than service animals, no pets are allowed in the Harmony Dining Hall and Kitchen due to health rules and no pets are allowed in classes or groups due to allergies. Exceptions may be approved by staff for classes such as educational seminars.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY It is the policy of Ballard NW Senior Center and Sound Generations not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sensory, physical or mental handicap, political ideology or sexual orientation in employment or applications for employment or in the administration or delivery of services or any other benefits. On request, people with disabilities will be p r o v i d e d w i t h r e a s o n a b l e a c c o m m o d a t i o n s .

KITCHEN POLICY The chef and crew prepare food, offering morning pastries, coffee, and tea. Check in at the Front Desk and we will serve you lunch. For safety reasons only staff and approved volunteers are allowed in the kitchen.

Ballard NW Senior Center Code of Conduct

No alcohol, tobacco, or drug use. No weapons of any kind are allowed on the premises.

That includes: guns, knives, explosives, pepper spray, etc. No use of lewd, profane, disrespectful, or other threatening

language or tone of voice. No abusive behavior, including verbal harassment,

menacing, or threatening demeanor, physical violence, sexual harassment, or other unacceptable social behaviors.

No destruction, damage, or theft of property at the Center or program site. No unauthorized use of Center property.

No interference with the operation of and no non-service animals in classes, programs, services, or Center activities.

No interference with the activities of the other clients, participants, volunteers, or the staff.

Must not have poor personal hygiene that interferes with participation of others in programs or activities.

No loitering or sleeping in the Center, or using the restrooms for hygiene needs.

Do not be in the Center after hours without authorization. Leave the Center in a timely manner when asked. The Center is registered with the Seattle Police Department.

All violations of the Seattle Municipal Code and Revised Code of Washington are prohibited. Violators of these conditions may be subject to arrest and prosecution.

This is not a transfer or hazardous waste station. No parking in a way that blocks sidewalk pedestrians. Never

illegally park on the sidewalk between the courtyard and trees.

Small Conference Center with Break-Out Rooms Do you know someone who is looking for a great place to have a party or family reunion? Please tell them that our Harmony Dining Hall and classrooms are available for rent on weekends and during the week in the evening. Our rates are very affordable, and all proceeds from the rentals go to support the center. Call 206.297.0403 and ask for Kristina for more information.

BUILDING & ROOM RENTALS

When you sign up for a trip you must pay a $5 non-refundable trip

fee. If the trip is $5 or less than $5, then you just pay that.

Final payment is due one week prior to the trip. Final payment is the cost of the trip less the $5 deposit. If final payment is not made, you forfeit your seat and deposit.

If you cancel your reservation less than one week before the trip is to depart, you forfeit your entire payment unless we can fill your space or you are canceling for certified illness.

If the trip is cancelled, deposits and payments will be refunded.

Deposits, payments, and refunds are not exchangeable

or interchangeable. Refunds are prepared after the trip date.

You may not carpool to trip locations without center permission.

TRIP POLICY